Health & Safety Advisor – Mechanical Engineering / Construction

Breagh Recruitment Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term projects

Professional development

Career progression

Exposure to major projects

Team collaboration

Job summary

Specialist Mechanical Engineering Contractor in Slough is hiring a site‑based Health & Safety Advisor to support major mechanical installations. You will work with Project Managers and subcontractors to ensure safety compliance across a large construction project in Berkshire.

Candidates need at least 3 years’ UK/Irish construction H&S experience, a valid UK work right, and a NEBOSH Construction Certificate or IOSH qualification.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as H&S Advisor in construction.
• UK/Ireland construction experience required.
• Valid right to work in the UK.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or IOSH qualification.
• Experience inspecting sites, RAMS reviews and safety docs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site safety inspections, audits and risk assessments on the Slough project.
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation, CDM Regulations and company safety procedures.
• Review RAMS before works commence.
• Conduct toolbox talks, site inductions and safety briefings.
• Monitor subcontractor safety and safe systems of work.
• Investigate incidents and maintain safety records.

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor – Mechanical Engineering / Construction (BH-4113-1)

Location Slough, England Sector Engineering Salary £60,000.00 per annum

Job title: Health & Safety Advisor – Mechanical Engineering / Construction

Location: Slough, Berkshire

Company: Specialist Mechanical Engineering Contractor

Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE

The Company

This highly regarded mechanical engineering contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering complex mechanical installations across the UK and Ireland.

Working across commercial, pharmaceutical, industrial and data centre projects, the company is known for its high standards of safety, quality and technical delivery.

With a strong pipeline of work in Slough and the wider South East of England, they are looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support the safe delivery of major mechanical engineering projects.

The Role: Health & Safety Advisor

This is a site-based Health & Safety Advisor position in Slough, Berkshire, working with an experienced mechanical engineering contractor on a large-scale construction project.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, mechanical supervisors and subcontractors to ensure all works are carried out safely and in compliance with UK health and safety legislation.

The role will involve regular site inspections, risk assessments, audits and safety reporting, with particular attention to mechanical installations, plantrooms, pipework, HVAC systems and associated construction activities.

You will play an important role in maintaining high safety standards while supporting project teams in meeting programme and delivery requirements.

Must Have Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a Health & Safety Advisor or HSE Officer role within the construction industry.
• Must have previous construction experience working on projects in the UK or Ireland. Candidates without UK or Irish construction experience will not be considered.
• Must have a valid right to work in the UK. Applicants must already hold the necessary permission to work in the UK.
• Must have a recognised Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH Construction Certificate, IOSH qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience carrying out site inspections, reviewing RAMS and managing health and safety documentation on construction projects.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience working with a mechanical contractor, M&E subcontractor or main contractor.
• Exposure to data centre, pharmaceutical, commercial or industrial construction projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical installation activities including HVAC, pipework and plantroom works.
• Familiarity with UK health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations 2015 and HSE reporting requirements.
• Experience using digital safety reporting and document management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site safety inspections, audits and risk assessments on the Slough project.
• Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations and company safety procedures.
• Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before works commence.
• Conduct toolbox talks, site inductions and safety briefings.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure safe systems of work are implemented.
• Support Project Managers and site teams with day‑to‑day health and safety matters.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain accurate safety records, inspection reports and training documentation.
• Monitor high‑risk activities including working at height, lifting operations, hot works and confined space activities.
• Attend site meetings and provide practical safety advice to management and subcontractors.
• Promote continuous improvement in health and safety standards throughout the project.

About You

You are an experienced Health & Safety Advisor with a strong background in UK or Irish construction and a practical understanding of site operations.

You will have hands‑on experience managing health and safety on live construction sites, ideally within mechanical engineering, building services or large‑scale commercial projects.

You are comfortable dealing with site management, trades and subcontractors, and can communicate safety requirements clearly while understanding the pressures involved in programme delivery.

You must already have the legal right to work in the UK and be confident working within UK construction safety requirements.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to challenge unsafe working practices are essential.

What's on Offer

Salary: Up to£60,000 DOE

Benefits:

• Long-term project pipeline
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to major mechanical engineering projects
• Opportunity to work with experienced construction and engineering teams

Why Apply?

This is a strong opportunity for a Health & Safety Advisor with UK or Irish construction experience to take on a key site‑based position in Slough.

You will be working with a respected mechanical engineering contractor delivering technically demanding projects, gaining valuable experience across complex mechanical installations and large‑scale construction activities.

With continued investment in projects throughout the UK, this position offers long‑term career prospects and the opportunity to progress into more senior health and safety roles.